JAPAN NEWS
"ANA Holdings Postpones NCA Subsidiary Acquisition to July, Marking Third Delay"
On the 22nd, ANA Holdings announced that the complete acquisition of Nippon Cargo Airlines (NCA) will be postponed to July 1st, after initially scheduled for October 1, 2023. This marks the third delay in the acquisition process. ANA Holdings stated that the postponement is due to ongoing corporate merger reviews by regulatory authorities both domestically […]
"Nippon Shuppan Hanbai (Nippan) Announces 'N-Port Shiki', a New Hub in Logistics Reform Program"
On the 22nd, Nippon Shuppan (Japan Publishing Sales) based in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, announced the naming of a new facility to be opened in Shinzai City, Saitama Prefecture, in October 2024, as part of the group-wide "Logistics Restructuring Program." The new facility will be named "N-Port Shinzai." In preparation for the establishment of this new facility, […]
"Logizard's Cloud-based WMS, Logizard Zero, Links with Safie's Cloud Recording Service"
On the 22nd, Logizard announced that their cloud-based warehouse management system (WMS) "Logizard ZERO" will be integrated with Safie, a cloud recording service provided by Safie. This collaboration aims to enhance the capabilities of Logizard ZERO for the benefit of users, particularly focusing on apparel businesses which make up a significant portion of Logizard ZERO's […]
"Japan's Ministry of Land Sets up 'All-purpose Opinion Box' for Logistics Troubleshooting"
On the 22nd, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism announced the establishment of a "Yorozu Goiken Madoguchi" (All-Purpose Opinions Counter) to address the challenges and issues occurring in the logistics industry. In order to facilitate the sustainable growth of logistics, various government agencies are collaborating closely. Even after April, the government will continue […]
"Japan Trex Launches Driving School from April as Measure to Solve 2024 Logistics Crisis"
On the 22nd, Japan Trex, based in Toyokawa City, Aichi Prefecture, announced their initiative to address logistics challenges for the year 2024 by launching a driving school starting in April. The training will focus on trailers and will take place at the Toyohashi Industrial Human Resources Development Center in Toyohashi City, Aichi Prefecture. The launch […]
"Ministry of Transport Announces New Standard Truck Freight Rates, Effective from June"
On March 22nd, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism announced the publication of new standard truck fares, which include an 8% increase in fare levels and additional charges for cargo handling. The new standard fares are set to come into effect on June 1st. The updated fares aim to ensure "appropriate transfer of […]
"NX Taiwan Obtains Cosmetic GMP Certification at Warehouse in Taoyuan City"
On March 22nd, NX Taiwan announced that their NEXT3 warehouse in Taoyuan City, Northern Taiwan, has been granted the Cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certification by the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) for cosmetic manufacturing quality and safety standards. The certification, effective from February 15, 2024, underscores NX Taiwan's commitment to ensuring the highest […]
"Nippon Distribution Consolidating Part of CX Functionality at New 'N-Port Shiki' Hub"
On March 22nd, Japan Publications Sales (Nippan) announced the first phase of their group-wide "Logistics Reorganization Program," unveiling the name "N-Port Niiza" for the new facility scheduled to open in Niiza City, Saitama Prefecture in October 2024. N-Port Niiza will serve as a significant logistics hub for the company's operations. Furthermore, as part of the […]
"Fukushima Galilei to Invest 10 Billion Yen in New Factory Construction in Kounan City, Shiga"
On March 22nd, Fukushima Galilei announced the formal signing of a contract with Konan City in Shiga Prefecture for the transfer of land rights. They revealed plans to construct a new factory for refrigerated and frozen showcases on the acquired land. The company intends to invest 10 billion yen in the construction of the new […]
"Japan Trex to Launch Driving School in April to Tackle 2024 Transportation Issues"
On March 22nd, Japan Trex, a manufacturer specializing in trailers, truck bodies, and related products, announced a new initiative towards resolving the logistics challenges of 2024 by introducing a driving school starting in April. The driving school, named "Toyota Human Resources Development Center (Driving Course)," aims to address the impending shortage of truck drivers by […]